A-poison-dark-and-drowning Quote by Jessica Cluess
““People do what they think is right, but that does not make it good.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: TEDx, 2018
Good intentions do not guarantee moral outcomes; ethical evaluation must go beyond personal belief.
In simple terms: Right intentions aren’t always good.
Key Takeaway
Question assumed goodness.
Themes
ethics
intention
morality
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal decisions
- leadership
- social activism
Key Concepts
philosophy
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess the impact of your actions?
- What standards guide your moral judgments?
A Different Perspective
Good intentions can mask harmful effects.
